Three days of NASA infrared satellite imagery provides a clear picture to forecasters of the effect wind shear has had on former Cyclone Cherono. Wind shear increased near Cyclone Cherono this weekend and weakened it down to a remnant low pressure area in the Southern Indian Ocean. Today, March 21, Cherono's remnants are moving away from Mauritius and still causing ocean swells. NASA's Aqua satellite flew over former Tropical Cyclone Cherono each day over the last three days and the Atmospheric Infrared Sounder (AIRS) instrument captured the effects of the increased ...

Calls to the police reporting men's assaults on their wives or intimate partners rose 10 percent in areas where the local National Football League team lost a game they were favored to win, according to an analysis of 900 regular-season NFL games reports researchers in a paper in the Quarterly Journal of Economics. Football games are emotionally laden events of widespread interest, typically garnering 25 percent or more of a local television viewing audience. The disappointment of an unexpected loss, the researchers concluded, raises the risk that football fans may react ...

Tuberculosis (TB) continues to pose a major global health threat. Someone in the world is newly infected with TB bacteria every second. Every year, more than 9 million people develop active TB and it claims about 2 million lives. In Canada, the overall incidence of TB has declined, but rates remain high among immigrants from endemic countries and among Aboriginal populations. Currently, Nunavut is facing the largest TB outbreak in the territory's 10- year history. In the days leading up to World TB Day 2011 on March 24, a team of researchers from McGill University and ...

All America Transportation Inc. is proud to announce company Vice President Scott Parkinson has been designated "Certified Transportation Broker" by the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA). The CTB is awarded in recognition of Scott' s successful completion of a rigorous course of study and passing a thorough and comprehensive examination. This is the highest certification for participants in the 3PL industry. This program was created in 1986 to significantly increase the professionalism and integrity of property brokers. The CTB program tests the knowledge ...

On April 14, Advertising Women of New York (www.awny.org) will present a day-long tribute to 16 executive women from across the United States who have taken risks and made a difference at its fifth annual "Changing the Game" celebration at the New York Hilton. Diane Brady, Senior Editor, Bloomberg Businessweek, will moderate a morning discussion on business and industry trends with panelist/honorees Dana Anderson, SVP-Marketing Strategy & Communication, Kraft, Wendy Clark, SVP-Integrated Marketing, Communications & Capabilities, Coca-Cola, Fiona Morrison, Director-Brand ...

Skylight's collection of project management and collaboration features has consistently grown since the company's recent launch of the software-as-a-service toolset for small business users. Today, Skylight is pleased to announce compatibility with 37signals' Basecamp platform, and the ability to import Basecamp data directly into Skylight. "We're committed to consistently delivering value to our users by adding functionality, and providing a comprehensive and affordable platform for managing the entire business," said Taimur Khan, Director of Skylight Interactive. "Our ...

EFMD is a leading international network of business schools, companies and consultancies at the forefront or raising the standards of management education and development globally. The Annual Excellence in Practice Awards recognise outstanding partnerships in Learning and Development. Winning case-studies must demonstrate Operational Excellence (e.g. sustainable partnership & effective learning environment etc.); Excellent Programme Management (e.g. design, delivery, evaluation, selection methodology of participants etc.); and above all Strong Business Impact (e.g. ...

Tax season is stressful for many Americans, and even the IRS's extension of this year's filing deadline to April 18 may not provide much relief. To help prevent tooth damage caused by night time teeth grinding and clenching associated with tax season stress, Plackers, a leading brand of consumer oral care products, is providing complimentary Grind-No-More dental night protector samples including free shipping and handling to the first 10,000 people who sign-up on its website at www.plackers.com. Bruxism, the medical term for teeth grinding or clenching, is a common sleep ...

Newport Festivals Foundation, Inc. today announced the support of a new sponsor, Alex and Ani, and the schedule of the 2011 Newport Jazz Festival, which is set for August 5 - 7. Tickets go on sale worldwide March 25, at 10:00 am through TicketMaster and www.newportjazzfest.net. Rhode Island jewelry designer and manufacturer Alex and Ani join the ranks of dedicated corporate sponsors to help continue the legacy of the Newport Jazz Festival. Headquartered in Cranston, RI, with its flagship store at Newport's Bowen's Wharf, the company will sponsor the Harbor Stage at ...

Lloyds TSB today introduces Local Lend a Hand - a new concept designed to help first time buyers purchase a home with a deposit of just 5%. Raising a deposit is a crucial challenge for many first time buyers looking to take their first steps onto the property ladder, and is highlighted by many as the key hurdle to buying their first home. Responding to calls for further innovation in the first time buyer mortgage market, Lloyds TSB has worked with Sector Treasury Services, part of the Capita Group, to develop its unique Lend a Hand product to address this problem. ...

2010 Break-through Author Caleb Bell publishes "Decoding Modern Love | A Powerful Journey of Understanding, Intimacy and Insight" in Print and eBook through Amazon.com and Kindle eBook. Caleb Bell's writing follows closely in the footsteps of Randy Pausch, author of the book "The Last Lecture: Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams" and Dr. Gary Chapman's acclaimed "The Five Love Languages." Caleb Bell is best known for innovative short stories and articles on relationships, love and intimacy. Amazon.com is the direct publisher for Caleb Bell's book "Decoding Modern ...

El Toronto Web Design is pleased to announce the launch of their new small business web package product for the Toronto, ON market and surrounding areas. With years of experience in the Toronto web design industry, El Toronto Web Design is extending affordable one-time-cost web design packages to Toronto startups and small Toronto businesses with an easy to manage platform. As an introductory promotion blitz, El Toronto Web Design is offering their Toronto Website Design Package for $459.95 instead of $599.95. The Toronto Website Design Package includes domain registration ...

This week, Your Document Professionals announces the launch of their business-to-business service model. The company offers top notch, professional documents to small and mid-sized business that cannot typically budget for a communications department or even an individual to professionally handle their communications needs. "The type of work that we offer has always been available via freelance work," Jennifer Walker, President of YDP, said, "but what is really exciting is the format in which we now offer it. We want to build relationships with our clients so we can ...

Property values have changed dramatically and the premiere Los Angeles Appraisers, Appraisal Evaluations, Inc., have recently begun to focus on assisting their clients with Short Sale transactions in Southern California, with accurate appraisals based on over 100 years of combined experience. The number of short sales and foreclosures taking place has occurred in numbers that are only eclipsed by the Great Depression. Individuals and companies are turning in greater numbers to the services of Appraisal Evaluations, Inc. in Los Angeles, Ca. The firm provides property ...

Rosendin Electric, Inc., the nation's largest private electrical contractor and a 100% employee-owned company, has been working behind the scenes with their own Haitian Earthquake Relief program. When the Bay Area office was approached by Mazzetti Nash Lipsey Burch (M+NLB) to help find materials needed to rewire Hopital Sacre Coeur in the north Haitian town of Milot, the Rosendin Electric procurement team was able provide electrical supplies, tools, and equipment within two weeks to meet a tight shipping deadline. As one of the few hospitals still operating after the ...

The terms Wild at Heart, Love and War, and Sacred Romance have become everyday language for followers of best-selling author and speaker John Eldredge. His and his wife Stasi's books have resonated with millions of men and women who are described as "allies" for their devotion to the message. Eldredge's books and other resources have sold approximately ten million copies globally and coveted access to Ransomed Heart Ministries' (of which Eldredge is President) successful "Bootcamps" is by lottery. Eldredge sat down for a rare and in-depth audio interview with Sr. Producer ...

Published writer and former magazine editor, Lara Sterling, announces the launch of Your Plot Thickens, a new writing school for the South Bay of Los Angeles and on-line. Workshops currently offered at Your Plot Thickens include "Story Structure 101" and a seminar "How to Self-Publish Your Novel". Your Plot Thickens will also begin offering "Beginning Screenwriting", "How to Write for Magazines" as well as classes that inform about how to write specific genres (e.g., the Romantic Comedy or the Thriller). Workshops and seminars at Your Plot Thickens are suitable for both ...

The Huntsman World Senior Games and the National Basketball Shooters Association have partnered to hold the first annual Huntsman/NBSA World Senior Free Throw Championship on October 10th, 2011 in St. George, Utah. The Huntsman World Senior Games is the largest annual olympic style games of its kind. More than 10,000 senior athletes from all over the US and from around the world participated in the 2010 Games. The 2011 Games marks its 25th anniversary of the running of the St. George, UT games and it is expected to be the largest field of participation ever. In just ...

eLove is the first company within the dating industry offering both online dating and matchmaking services. They recently opened a new matchmaking office at 630 Freedom Business Center, Third Floor, in King of Prussia. "Let's face it. If you live in the northeast, you are already challenged because the winters can make it difficult to get out there and meet somebody," said Paul A. Falzone, CEO of eLove, one of the largest online dating and matchmaking services in the world. "But, Spring is practically here and there's not a better time for Philadelphia area singles to ...

The unique Quick Pop Maker unit freezes ice pops in as little as seven minutes right on your countertop without electricity. Quickly make striped pops, yogurt pops or (for the first time ever at home) flavored core pops. To enjoy Quick Pops at a moment's notice, simply store the compact base in your freezer. The kit includes six durable, reusable plastic pop sticks that have unique ridged designs that allow pops to adhere securely, with special drip guards for tidy eating. A specially designed Super Tool helps to quickly release the frozen treats from their molds. The unit ...

March 24-27, CUE Center for Missing Persons holds its 7th annual National Conference in Wilmington, NC, titled, "Hope Lights the Way." Eachyear the Board of Directors, and Founder of CUE Center, Monica Caison, welcome speakers, presenters, and instructors which lend their expertise to educating the attendees, mostly family members of missing persons, but including all who work in the arena from advocating, volunteerism, investigation, search and rescue and identification process of those who are lost. This event is open to all who support the mission of finding a resolution ...

Leading up to the big day, there are so many details to organize, right down to finding the perfect lingerie. Now PantybyPost.com can help with that huge wedding to-do list! Let Pantybypost.com take care of the bride with the new launch of their bridal line. Don't become a bridezilla or create unnecessary frown lines before you say "I do". http://www.pantybypost.com [PantybyPost.com __title__ Panty by Post] offers perfect gifts for the wedding party, right down to the Something Blue. The bride will be adorned in many outfits celebrating the nuptials and to match ...

Jaws Jumbo Burgers in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Home of The Thank You Jay Leno Burger and The We Miss You Conan O' Brien Burger has just added a burger named in honor of David Letterman. The "I Want A Sandwich Named After Me" Dave Letterman Burger (AKA The Big Dave) was created by the Jaws crew after their customers told them about Dave's request (Feb 25th show) to have a sandwich named after him. The "I Want A Sandwich Named After Me" Dave Letterman Burger is fresh made to order Two 1/3lb Ground Sirloin Patties ,4 Strips of Bacon, American & Swiss-American Cheese, Thousand ...

Streaming live on the Co-Creator Radio Network on Tuesday, March22, at 11 a.m. Pacific time/2 p.m. Eastern time, on her show "Why Shamanism Now?: A Practical Path to Authenticity," shaman and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt answers dedicates the show to listeners from all over the globe who frequently email: How does someone become a shamanic healer in the 21st Century? What is the first step? What do you do if shamanic healing has been dead in your ancestry for 2000 years, but you still feel the call today? According to Pratt, first ...

Izzycue has launched a new proprietary line of frozen and IQF (individually quick frozen) shrimp wild-caught in waters off Louisiana, Texas, Alabama and Florida. This new line is named Forrest Gump Shrimp & Co., and will be co-packed by a well-respected Fourth (4th) Generation Shrimp company out of Alabama, which owns six (6) freezer boats and is 100% vertically-integrated in its production. "Shrimp is an exceptionally nutritious, tasty and versatile protein, more so when it is sustainably-caught and chemical-free", says Kenneth H. Tan, the company's Founder and CEO. Gulf ...